Sterile Processing Tech Mid Shift

At Gadsden Regional Medical Center we believe in the power of people to create great care! We look forward to you becoming our next Sterile Processing Technician! We offer a family friendly work environment perfect for a new grad looking to start their career or an experienced professional looking to make a change!

Gadsden Regional Medical Center is located in Gadsden AL which offers a variety of attractions such as top tier public schools museums and nature. You can hike one of our beautiful trails fish along the Coosa River or visit Noccalula Falls. Enjoy a quaint night out on Broad Street or enjoy a beautiful mountain sunset. From golf hiking fishing childrens museums and Noccalula Falls there are lots of things to do and see in this beautiful city.

We work hard every day to be a place of healing caring and connection for patients and families in Gadsden Albertville Attalla Boaz Fort Payne Glencoe Hokes Bluff Jacksonville Leesburg Piedmont Rainbow City Southside Steele Wellington and surrounding communities.

Why Youll Love Working Here!

• My Health Medical Dental and Vision plans. Flexible Spending Accounts and Employee Assistance Programs
• My Future PTO and Sick Time 401(k) with Employer Match Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• CHS Pathways - Student Loan Repayment Educational Support and Licensure and Certification Reimbursement
• My Advantage - Accident Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Life and Long-Term Care Insurance Pet Insurance and much more!

Job Summary

The Sterile Processing Technician ensures the availability of clean sterilized and properly functioning surgical instruments and equipment for operating rooms and procedural areas. This role is responsible for cleaning decontaminating assembling sterilizing and storing instruments and supplies in compliance with hospital policies procedures and infection control standards. The Sterile Processing Technician I supports patient safety by maintaining a sterile environment and adhering to established protocols.

Schedule:Full-Time Mid-Shift 5P - 1:30A

Requirements

• High School Diploma / GED required
• Graduate of an accredited Sterile Processing Technician Operating Room Technician or Instrument Technician training program preferred
• 0-2 years of experience in sterile processing instrument reprocessing or an operating room required

Essential Functions

• Cleans decontaminates inspects assembles and sterilizes surgical instruments and equipment according to established protocols.
• Conducts daily tests of sterilization equipment including Bowie-Dick tests chemical and biological indicators maintaining accurate records of results.
• Stocks and assembles case carts ensuring proper inventory and availability of instruments and supplies for procedures.
• Performs routine maintenance of sterilization equipment including weekly autoclave cleaning and reports malfunctions promptly.
• Organizes and stores sterilized instruments and supplies on appropriately labeled shelves to ensure easy accessibility.
• Monitors and restocks supply shelves and carts daily ensuring adequate inventory for hospital needs.
• Adheres to infection control policies and procedures including the use of standard precautions to prevent hospital-acquired infections.
• Obtains returns and dispenses supplies and equipment within requested time frames ensuring efficiency and accuracy.
• Conducts inventory checks and replenishes expired or used items on emergency and supply carts.
• Assists with the orientation and training of new personnel in sterile processing protocols and procedures.
• Communicates with nursing units to track and locate missing equipment and documents loss of supplies or equipment.
• Ensures equipment is checked for proper functioning before each use and maintains a safe and sterile work environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.